Everyday tips
Everyday Tips provides practical advice to make daily life easier in Japan. From finding lost items and disposing of oversized garbage to selling used goods, using convenience store services, and tackling pest problems, this section is packed with helpful information for smoother living.
How to Read Recycling Symbols on Products in Japan
Taking care of garbage is an everyday part of life that we often do without thinking too much about it, but when living in a different country like Japan, it becomes necessary to learn a new system fo…
What is Mottainai? The Japanese Meanings and Expressions
The Japanese word "Mottainai" has been used in many countries around the world as a universal language. If you look up "mottainai" in a Japanese-English dictionary, you will find words like "waste" an…
Sustainable Lifestyles in Edo and Japanese History
In Japan, there has long been a 'mottainai spirit' of taking good care of things, and in the Edo era, people in various professions recycled things to reuse them. Sustainability, which has been attrac…
BOOKOFF: How to Sell Your Unwanted Items in Japan
BOOKOFF is the most famous second-hand shop with 800 locations in Japan. It offers not only second hand books, but also CDs, DVDs, cell phones, cameras, home appliances, musical instruments, clothes,…
How to Use a Japanese Washing Machine
This page contains affiliate links. Japan’s future-tech society has created many solutions to keep a nation looking its best, but when you’re living in a foreign country, sometimes even the simplest t…
Storage Solutions: Simple Tips to Maximize Space in Small Japanese Apartments
This article is contributed by Kurashinity In Japan, many people live in compact apartments where space is limited. But with a few clever storage techniques, even the smallest rooms can feel spacious,…
Laundry Symbols and Dry Cleaning Services in Japan
Most rental apartments (especially higher-end luxury condos) in Japan feature a washing machine however, dryers are not quite common in Japan. Many dry cleaners, fortunately, offer a comprehensive ran…
Japanese Dry Cleaning and English-Speaking Dry Cleaning Services in Tokyo
One of the biggest challenges many Westerners in Tokyo face is the difference in living footprint. Space is the most expensive commodity in Tokyo, and engineers are always looking for ways to maximize…
10 Most Convenient Daily Life Services in Japan for Expats
Living in Japan, it’s easy to notice how many everyday services are “just too convenient.” For foreigners, Japan’s lifestyle services are not only efficient but also impressively thoughtful. From shop…
Disposal of Oversized Garbage in Japan
As a resident of Japan, you're probably already familiar with the city’s detailed garbage and recycling systems. However, you might be less aware of how to properly dispose of large items like furnitu…
Paying Bills in Japan Conveniently: A Simple Guide
Paying bills is no one’s favorite thing to do, regardless of where you live. When it comes to paying though, the easier it is the less painful it will be. This is another area in which Japan stands ou…
How to Get Rid of Cockroaches/Gokiburi in Japan
This page contains affiliate links. In Japan, you may find cockroaches in your home, especially in the summer season. Cockroaches will gather wherever there is food. They have survived for a long long…
5-Minute Daily Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Entryway Clean in Japan
This article is contributed by Kurashinity The entrance is often referred to as the "face of the house," making it an important area. When the entrance is being kept clean, it gives a positive energy…
How to Use Japanese Bathroom Control Panels – English Translations
Japanese bathrooms are known for their high-tech features, especially the control panels for baths and ventilation. But if you can't read Japanese, using these systems can feel overwhelming. This simp…
How to Translate Your Japanese Air Conditioner Remote Control
While most Japanese residences do not have central heating and air conditioning, they do typically come with at least one wall-mounted air conditioner installed in smaller apartments and multiple wall…
How to use Japanese High-Tech Toilets
This page contains affiliate links. Japan is known as a land of extremes, and even in modern-day urban Tokyo, you can find "washiki (Japanese-style, hole-in-the-ground)" toilets, and in extreme contr…
Sophisticated Living Room Ideas in Japan for a Luxurious Lifestyle
This article is contributed by Kurashinity Sophisticated hotels and model rooms have few superfluous objects and are relatively well organized. Many people may feel relaxed and comfortable because of…
How to borrow books from a public library in Japan - Tokyo
If you are reading this article, chances are you are interested in finding out how to borrow books from a public library in Japan and whether or not they have English books available. If you are a res…
English-Speaking Maid and Housekeeping Services Guide in Tokyo
Follow this guide for available English-speaking maid and housekeeping services, along with a list of features outside of cleaning that each can provide.
Benefits of Hiring a Housekeeper When Moving
Discover how a housekeeping and maid service can assist with your move, from packing and cleaning before moving-out to unpacking, cleaning, and shopping after moving-in. Learn about the services and benefits of using a housekeeping service when moving.
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